The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet’s (PM&C) National Office for Child Safety (NOCS) has launched a new website with refreshed information on the work it does, as well as links to child safety resources and support services.
In a statement, PM&C said new functionality on NOCS’ website provided easy navigation and would allow stakeholders and the community to sign up for updates.
“The new site will continue to evolve to meet the needs of the community,” it said.
“The site hosts a range of resources to support child safety, such as the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations which are available in 10 translated languages.
“And the Complaint Handling Guide: Upholding the Rights of Children and Young People, a resource to support organisations that work with children to appropriately respond to complaints involving children and help children feel safe.”
It said other resources available on the site included a Guide for Parents and Carers, an Introductory Self-Assessment Tool for Organisations and a National Principles poster.
It said NOCS had commissioned the development of new resources which were expected to be available early next year.
“They will support implementation of the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and help improve the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in organisations across Australia,” the Department said.
NOCS’ new website and resources can be accessed at this PS News link.
